Why is Facial Fat Grafting Surgery Preferred Over Fillers in Korea?

As people age, they gradually lose overall fat, which can give them mature appearance compared to their actual age.

Especially when the volume decreases, it can make the skin appear less plump and give off a relatively sunken and tired image. It can go beyond simply not looking youthful and can make you appear older.

As a result, many people experience stress or insecurities about the volume of their face. So, for those troubled by the lack of facial volume, we would like to provide detailed information about facial fat grafting surgery in Korea.

Why is facial fat grafting more preferred in Korea than fillers?

■ Who is suitable for facial fat grafting?

Facial fat grafting is most suitable for individuals who have wrinkles or sunken areas on their face.

ⓐ Those who are concerned about their sunken face due to aging
→ As people age, the fat layer in the face decreases, causing areas such as the forehead, under eyes, nasolabial folds, and the cheeks to appear sunken.

ⓑ Those who want a youthful yet natural look
→ Since it uses your own fat rather than fillers or implants, this method provides a natural result without looking artificial.

ⓒ Those who are concerned about rejection from foreign body
→ Since the procedure uses your own fat, it reduces the worry of allergic reactions or rejection from synthetic fillers or implants.

If any of these three conditions apply to you, facial fat grafting in Korea can help restoring volume to your face naturally.

■ Facial Fat Grafting Surgery Method

The procedure involves making small incisions in areas where fat can be removed and then suctioning the fat. Fat is typically harvested from areas of the body with relatively more fat, such as the thighs or abdomen, and then transplanted into the face. Since the procedure uses the patient’s own tissue rather than synthetic materials, it can provide a more natural-looking result.

Furthermore, because it uses autologous tissue, the risk of side effects such as rejection or allergy is significantly reduced.

In summary, facial fat grafting helps to create a natural, youthful appearance using your own fat, without the need for artificial implants.

■ Advantages of Facial Fat Grafting Surgery

Facial fat grafting is not just about filling sunken areas; it’s a method that can offer more natural and beneficial effects.

ⓐ High survival rate due to cell activation
→ The procedure does more than just transplanting fat; it helps with cell differentiation, allowing the fat to settle in and maintain its volume for a longer period.

ⓑ Quick recovery and minimal discomfort
→ Since the risk of bruising or swelling is reduced, recovery time is faster, allowing for a quicker return to daily activities.

ⓒ Safety
→ As there are no synthetic implants used, the risk of foreign body rejection is almost eliminated, and the process minimizes the potential for side effects through a refined procedure.

■ Precautions for Facial Fat Grafting Surgery

An important aspect of facial fat grafting surgery is related to the "survival rate" of the grafted fat.

What is survival rate?
The survival rate refers to how well the transplanted cells settle in the new area, compared to their original location.

In other words, it’s crucial to consider whether the fat grafting procedure aims to maximize survival rate, and it’s essential that the surgery be performed by an experienced medical team.

Since the procedure requires careful consideration of the patient's facial structure, bone structure, and facial features, it’s recommended to have the surgery done by a medical team with extensive clinical experience, one that can precisely extract pure fat tissue.